It’s not your internet: Instagram and Facebook show instabilities this Tuesday (5)

On Tuesday afternoon (5), platform users reported drops on Instagram and Facebookpopular social networks.

The instability generated complaints, with users facing difficulties accessing the platforms and sharing photos and videos.

When accessing networks via cell phone, users are greeted with the error message “unable to load feed”.

After the crashes were announced, a series of memes began circulating on X, formerly known as Twitter. It is not yet known the exact reason why social networks went down, nor whether this is a general problem.

WhatsApp, which also belongs to Meta, the company that owns Instagram and Facebook, continues without instability at the time of writing this report.

After all, is Instagram addictive?

With more than 2 billion active users, Instagram is an ever-expanding social network. In Brazil, around 99 million people use the application daily, highlighting its wide presence and popularity.

Such numbers highlight the significant impact of the platform on the daily lives of many users. However, this impact is not always positive.

There is no concrete data on the excessive use of Instagram, but experts believe that around 10% of people who use the social network do not do so in a healthy way, thus becoming dependent on the app.

It is in situations like today that the topic becomes more evident. The impossibility of using the platform generates great frustration for many, a factor that can demonstrate something wrong in the relationship with the social network.

Social network presents instability on Tuesday afternoon – Photo: Canva Pro/Reproduction

How do I know if I’m addicted to Instagram?

Identifying when someone is dependent on a social network can be challenging, but some signs are clear.

If a person spends hours scrolling through their feed, constantly checks notifications and feels anxious when they don’t have access, it could be a sign of addiction. To deal with this, it’s important to create healthy boundaries, such as:

• Establish specific times to use social media;

• Avoid excessive access to them before bed;

• Practice offline activities to reduce time online;

• Carry out hobbies, physical exercises and face-to-face interactions;

• Create an environment that encourages balance between digital and real life;

• Seek professional help if necessary.

It is also necessary to talk openly about the topic and seek support. Awareness is essential for changing behavior.

Remember that it is possible to maintain a healthy relationship with social networks, as long as there is balance and awareness about the time dedicated to these platforms.